Navigating New Relationships After Loss: Understanding Legal and Financial Implications
If you are entering a new relationship after divorce or the death of your spouse or partner, then take the time to understand the landscape. Carefully assess the assets/liability profile and how that…
Distraint for Rent – What Landlords Need to Know
Distraining for rent can be a very effective remedy to recover unpaid rent when a tenant is in default. Most commercial leases provide a landlord with the right to re-enter premises and terminate a…
Spousal Maintenance
Spousal maintenance is the financial support given by one spouse/partner to a former spouse in circumstances where they are not able to support themselves due to factors such as age, illness or…
The Implications of Bankruptcy: Barry Decision Provides Insights into Corporate and SMSF Affairs
As seen in the matter of an application by Barry [2024] FCA 13 (Barry), bankruptcy can have a ripple effect on the management of corporations and a superannuation entity. Barry serves as a warning of…
Revisiting Legal and Ethical Standards: Lessons From Henderson for Financial Advisers
Mr Sam Henderson was once one of the most prominent figures in the financial planning industry as CEO of Henderson Maxwell, television show host, and an occasional columnist for the Australian…
Do Not Disturb: What Employers Need to Know About the Fair Work ‘Right to Disconnect’
A deal to give employees the right to disconnect has been struck with the Greens to ensure the Federal Government has support for their second tranche of Closing Loopholes reforms. The Fair Work…
Schools and Payroll Tax: Assessing the Possibility for an Exemption
For non-profit schools and colleges (providing education at or below, but not above, the secondary level) with health and recreational facilities available for use by students of the school or…
Federal Court of Australia Provides Guidance on the Requirements for Licensees to Take Reasonable Steps
The Federal Court’s Decision in Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) v R M Capital Pty Ltd
Fair Work Commission Annual Wage Review: Minimum Wage Increase Less Than Expected
On Monday, 3 June 2024, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) handed down its Annual Wage Review decision for 2023-2024. A summary of the key wage increases that will apply from 1 July 2024 is as follows:…
The Importance of an Appropriate AFSL
iExtend launched in 2021 and was designed to offer an alternative life insurance solution for consumers considering cancelling their policy. While a range of processes and conditions were attached…
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